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Calvary Chapel Sydney is a church located in Castle Hill, Sydney Australia. We are committed to loving and accepting all people. We are a Christian church and we enjoy a casual, family atmosphere. We teach through the Bible verse by verse to receive the whole counsel of God. Jesus says in Matthew 11:28, “Come to Me, all you who labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” This rest Jesus promises is what we offer to all through the Gospel. Our purpose is to love God, love people, a ...
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For most of us, we must be able to listen in order to speak. Put another way, listening plus speaking equals successful communication. Fortunately, for children with hearing loss, listening has become less of a challenge due to the availability of testing that allows early detection of hearing loss and the early use of advanced hearing technology – like hearing aids and cochlear implants. This podcast, The Listening Brain, will celebrate listening and speaking in the context of childhood hea ...
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The church is the hope of the world. A bold statement, but is it true? From first glimpse, the church is as broken as the rest of the world - so why is it that the church is the hope of the world? Join us today to find out why. God bless. Passage: Matthew 16:17-18By The Chapel Sydney
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Ben Grisez - Revelation 1: 1-20 The Revelation of Jesus Christ
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Synopsis: The Revelation of Jesus Christ is a book of prophecy in the New Testament written by John the apostle during his exile on the island of Patmos. This revelation concerns what John saw, what was and what will come to pass with Jesus ruling and reigning as our glorious King. Rather than being afraid of what lies ahead, we can shine forth lik…
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Ben Grisez - Revelation 3:1-13 Jesus Knows
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Jesus addressed the churches in Sardis and Philadelphia, and He knew their works and how to guide them. The LORD Jesus who established and ordained them also knew the rewards He had for those who overcome through Him. All born-again believers ought to hear what Jesus says and gain a clearer view of how awesome He is.Verses in order of appearance:Jo…
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Ben Grisez - Revelation 2:12-29 Hold Fast To Jesus
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In the messages of Jesus to the churches in Pergamos and Thyatira, He noted many positive characteristics. However, Jesus also expressed things He had against them that would bring judgment against the guilty. His words that cut like a sharp, two-edged sword are relevant for Christians today, and the wise will repent of sin and hold fast to Him in …
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Whether we want to admit it or not, we are all broken people living in a broken world. It's pretty tiring. And for many of us, there is no end, there is no solution found in this world. But in God there is hope. Join us today as we discover how a life with God gives us hope even in our brokenness and in our broken world. God bless. Passage: 2 Corin…
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Ben Grisez - Revelation 2:1-11 What Jesus Says
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The risen Jesus Christ has much to say to the church, and those who have ears to hear will heed His voice. In this passage Jesus addressed the churches in Ephesus and Smyrna, providing encouragement, correction and promises to those who overcome by faith in Him, and His words are relevant for us in the church today--for judgment begins in His house…
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What happens when we are lost - so lost that we can't find a way out? Is there hope? With God there is. Join us as we continue our new series with this week's message, 'Hope for the Lost'. God bless. Passage: Luke 15:11-24By The Chapel Sydney
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Passage: 1 Peter 1:3-4By The Chapel Sydney
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Ben Grisez - Galatians 6:7-10 Growing Weary?
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Synopsis: In his epistle to the Galatian church, Paul urged believers not to be deceived or to grow weary in doing good. Because the everlasting God is good and does not grow faint, He supplies strength to us to miraculously do good as we wait on Him and hope in His word. Rather than growing weary, we are to take heart and wait patiently for our Go…
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As God’s masterpiece we are all a work in progress and we are on a journey, a marathon race with pain and suffering along the way. However, if we keep our faith in Jesus, there is an eternal reward waiting for us, an eternity of perfect peace and joy with our Heavenly Father. Passage: 2 Timothy 4:7-8…
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Ben Grisez - 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18 Peace Restored in Every Way
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In the conclusion of Paul's second letter to the Thessalonians, he provided practical guidance in keeping Christian traditions given by Christ. Rather than being idle or busybodies, they were to be praying and guided by God's love and patience as they worked--which included warning unruly believers. Knowing the God of peace is faithful to give beli…
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Today we conclude our series 'Sovereign God' as we look at the final chapter of Joseph's life. Joseph's father is dead and the brothers are worried what will happen. How will Joseph treat them now? Join us as we the impact of God's sovereignty in Joseph's life. Passage: Genesis 50:15-21By The Chapel Sydney
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A Conversation with Claudia Marseille, Abstract Artist & Author!
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At age four, I was diagnosed with a severe hearing loss. With determination and the help of powerful hearing aids, I learned to hear, speak and lipread with ten years of speech therapy and lipreading training. I was mainstreamed in public schools in Berkeley, CA. After earning master’s degrees in archaeology and in public policy, and finally an MFA…
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20240707 Ben Grisez - 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 Established in Good Words and Works
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Synopsis: In this chapter Paul comforted troubled believers by reminding them of what he said previously, that before the Day of the LORD there would be clear signs that preceded it--including the Rapture of the church and the revelation of the antichrist. Knowledge of prophetic events and the coming of Jesus ought to comfort believers and compel u…
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Sovereign God - Part 5: Not Why Me but Why God
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We live in a self-centred world where everything is about me. And so when things don't go to our plan, our whole world crumbles. But what if there was a bigger story to this all and we weren't the main character? It's hard to fathom but how much would it change our perspective if that were the truth? Join us today as we continue our story in life o…
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Ben Grisez - 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 Counted Worthy in Christ
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In Paul's second letter to the church in Thessalonica, he commended them for their growing faith, love, patience and endurance in tribulations. Paul wrote to encourage believers and correct misunderstandings that arose from his first letter. Knowing Jesus will return to bring vengeance upon unbelievers and the disobedient, Christians ought to live …
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Sovereign God - Part 4: When the Past and the Present Collide
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We continue our series 'Sovereign God' in Genesis as we follow the life of Joseph. Joseph has been made the second most powerful man in Egypt. His life has hit a new high and his future is set, but then the past comes back to meet him. How does Joseph respond? Join us to find out. God bless. Passage: Genesis 42-45…
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Ronny Barrantes - Matthew 8:23-27 God’s Faithfulness in the Midst of Trials
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Jesus shows faithfulness to His disciples in the midst of the raging storm despite their lack of faith. As Christians, we can go through “storms” in our lives. However, we have an Almighty God who is always faithful to show His grace and mercy to us in the midst of our trials.Verses in order of appearance: · Matthew 8:23-27· 2 Corinthians 5:7· Matt…
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Sovereign God - Part 3: We See Chapters, God Sees Story
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As we continue our story of Joseph in Genesis, we see Joseph go from being the beloved son to being sold as a slave to a foreign official, to being made the head slave to be thrown into prison due to wrongful accusations to being made the head prisoner. What a rollercoaster of a life. What has God got next? We are reminded that even though we can o…
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Chris Roden - Hebrews 3 & 4 Entering into God’s Rest by Faith
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Synopsis: Even as we who believe have entered into God’s rest, we are exhorted to be diligent to enter and not fall short due to unbelief and the deceitfulness of sin. By faith, we can enter into the fullness of the Christian life.Verses in order of appearance:Hebrews 3:7-19Matt 13:22James 2:18-19Hebrews 4:12-131 Cor 10:12Deuteronomy 1:21-22Numbers…
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Sovereign God - Part 2: Even When We Do the Right Thing
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The story of Joseph shows us that even when we do the right thing, bad things can happen. This week, we look at Joseph as he goes from slavery to prisoner, as his life situation gets worse - and yet this is in the plans of God - just not revealed yet. Join us as we continue to walk through the story of Joseph and our sovereign God. God bless. Passa…
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A Conversation with Pam Talbot of Language Launchers!
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Pam is dually certified as an SLP and Teacher of the Deaf with LSLS-AVT certification. She has presented, trained, and mentored professionals internationally for many years. Pam continues to provide direct AV therapy, parent training, and consultations virtually in addition to her role as a program coordinator/trainer in a school for the deaf in Ne…
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2024 - 06 - 02 Ben Grisez 1 Thessalonians 5.1 - 28 Doing God's Will
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In Paul's conclusion to this epistle, he presented clear guidance concerning God's will for Christians to follow as children of the day. Knowing Jesus died for us so we can live together with Him, we are comforted and edified even in the midst of troubles as we rejoice always, pray without ceasing and in everything give thanks.Verses in order of ap…
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Sovereign God - Part 1: Some Things We Choose, Some Things We Don’t
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Today we start a new series titled "Sovereign God" as we look at the life of Joseph in Genesis. We begin with setting the scene and realise that there are things in life that we choose and there are things in life that choose us. But in amongst it all, God is in control. Join us as we begin this new series "Sovereign God". Passage: Genesis 37:1-36…
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Ben Grisez - 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18 Comforted in Christ
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In his letter to the church in Thessalonica, Paul urged them to sanctify themselves to increasingly walk in love and holiness before the LORD. He revealed to people who suffered persecution and sorrowed over Christians who had passed away the glorious gathering of all believers to Jesus in the rapture, and urged them to comfort one another with the…
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Thank you for joining us on our 11th year anniversary. What a ride it has been. Join us today as we reflect, honour and give thanks for who God is and what God has done for our church and community. Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18By The Chapel Sydney
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Ben Grisez - 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13 Divine Appointments
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Paul wrote to the church in Thessalonica to encourage them and that they not be shaken by their afflictions, for they had been appointed to endure and remain fruitful despite affliction. In this world we will have tribulation and afflictions, yet we can be cheerful because Jesus has overcome, is working in and through us for good, and will deliver …
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Commissioning Service for Pastor James Jang
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Thank you for joining us today on a very special day where we have the commissioning service for one of our pastors, Pastor James who will be heading to Cambodia for 6 months on missions. God called and James answered. God desires obedience and He will do the rest - this is what God promises. Join us as we farewell Pastor James on his mission. Pass…
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A Conversation with Louanne Saraga-Walters of Listen Foundation!
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As Executive Director of Listen Foundation, Louanne brings more than two decades of nonprofit, fundraising, and executive management experience to the Foundation. She has worked with nonprofits of all sizes and is an experienced fundraising and board governance professional. She is a former Financial Advisor with Raymond James & Associates, and spe…
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Ben Grisez - 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20 Our Hope and Joy
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Synopsis: In his letter to the church of Thessalonica, Paul reminded the church of his suffering, blameless conduct and boldness to share the Gospel of Jesus. Like a loving mother, encouraging father and dear brother, Paul cared for the Thessalonians who were His hope, joy and crown. The word of God that worked in Paul and the Thessalonians also wo…
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Family Matters - Part 3: Gender and Identity
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One of the most talked about topics currently circulating our society is one of gender and identity. There is much being said but I wonder if we are clear on what scripture says about it. Agree with it or not, let's be clear on God's position on gender and identity through scripture. That's our aim today. Join us today. God bless. Passage: Genesis …
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Ben Grisez - 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Faith Sounded Forth
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After a brief season of ministry spanning weeks in Thessalonica, Paul penned this letter in response to a good report he received from Timothy who consequently visited them. Despite suffering great affliction, the word of God and the faith of the new Christians in Thessalonica sounded forth and their boldness revealed the power of Jesus Christ who …
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We continue our 'Family Matters' series where this week we talk about the topic of purity. Our God is a holy God and desires for us to be holy and pure, yet we find ourselves contaminating ourselves and areas of our lives with the things of this world. Why does God call us to live a life of purity? And what does a life of sexual purity look like in…
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A Conversation with Maria Fernanda Hinojosa Valencia!
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María Fernanda Hinojosa Valencia holds a PhD Laude in Education Sciences from the Complutense University of Madrid. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Neurolinguistics from the Colegio Superior de Neurolingüística in Mexico and a Bachelor's Degree in Educational Psychology from the Spanish Ministry of Education. She is a certified hearing and oral la…
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Ben Grisez - Romans 16:1-27 Wealth of Wisdom
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Synopsis: In the conclusion to Paul's letter, he personally greeted and commended fellow Christians and faithful labourers in the service to the LORD. Through faith in Jesus who is wisdom for us, believers are enriched by close relationships with God and other believers. We are called to take heed to ourselves that we live for God's glory by obeyin…
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In the month of May, here at The Chapel Sydney, we focus in on family matters, whether it be marriage, parenting, family - all things family and to see what God says about it. This year, we look at some more difficult and uncommon topics around sex and sexuality. Today, we begin by looking at sex and where sex fits within God's kingdom. Sadly, sex …
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Ben Grisez - Romans 15:14-33 Times of Refreshment
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By faith in God, Paul was confident the believers in Rome were spiritually fruitful and capable by the Holy Spirit. Having preached the Gospel in places where Jesus was unknown, Paul expressed his desire to meet with the Romans and be refreshed together by their mutual faith in Jesus. Paul went in the fullness of the blessing of the Gospel of Chris…
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Our becoming comes out of our belonging. When we understand our identity and who we belong to today, then naturally we will move into becoming. But can we do it alone? No. What's the role of community? Join us as we learn what it means to become together. Passage: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12By The Chapel Sydney
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Mary McGinnis is a teacher of the deaf and Listening and Spoken Language Certified Auditory-Verbal Therapist. She is the former Director of the John Tracy Clinic Graduate Program, and continues to teach auditory-verbal courses for the JTC Graduate Program. She’s also a consultant for Aurea Lab in Mexico City, working with families and professionals…
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Ben Grisez - Romans 14:22-15:13 Abounding in Hope
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Paul shows how the Gospel and Jesus Christ are to guide and inspire us to live to please others rather than ourselves. Through the patience and comfort of the scriptures we have hope, and this unites Christians to glorify God with one mouth and one mind as Christ's body, the church. Praise our God of hope who fills us with all joy and peace in beli…
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To be healthy, we must all make choices that grow towards that health. We must be intentional, giving of time and space and have clear outcomes that we are moving towards. Being a Christian is the same. The goal? To be more like Jesus everyday. How do we become like Jesus? We've got to train. Join us today we look at what it means to train in our s…
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Ben Grisez - Romans 14:1-23 Resolve to Love
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Synopsis: Every Christian has faith and knowledge, and we need guidance from God in our relationships with fellow Christians. Our natural tendency is to judge others rather then humbling ourselves, loving and building others up. By faith in Jesus, we are to resolve to no longer condemn or stumble other Christians but to love them and pursue what ma…
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Today, we start a new series, called Becoming. As our church prepares to launch Become groups in May, Steve and I thought it was timely to teach on it, to help you to understand why 'become', and why this is an important practice of our faith. Whether you know it or not, with or without intention, you are becoming something. Depending on the choice…
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A Conversation with Carly Sygrove, Hearing Loss Coach!
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Carly Sygrove is a hearing loss coach and a hearing health writer who has single-sided deafness. She writes about living with hearing loss at My Hearing Loss Story and manages an online support group for people with hearing loss. She is also the founder of the Sudden Hearing Loss Support website, a source of information and support for people affec…
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Ben Grisez - Romans 13:1-14 Hard Sayings and Changing
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Synopsis: The Bible is filled with hard sayings that confront us because we need to change, and by the power of Jesus Christ we can learn to walk in the way that pleases God: being subject to authority, honest with our money, giving honour to those honour is due, and loving one another as Jesus loves us. It is time to wake up from sleep, cast off w…
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Join us this week as we hear Pastor James share on his upcoming mission trip to Cambodia. Passage: Matthew 28:18By The Chapel Sydney
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Ben Grisez - Mark 16:1-14 Easter Sunday Service
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The Bible contains several accounts of the resurrection of Jesus Christ and how He presented Himself alive to disciples with many infallible proofs. Based on the truth of God's word and the power of the Holy Spirit, we have all confidence our risen Saviour lives. May all the world come to know and believe in Jesus who has overcome sin and death by …
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Happy Easter everyone. Today we conclude our series in Mark with the final chapter - the most dramatic chapter - the resurrection of Jesus. Why is this important? Join us today as we conclude our series in Mark and celebrate the risen Jesus. Passage: Mark 16:1-8By The Chapel Sydney
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A Conversation with Erin Thompson, of the Children's Cochlear Implant Center at UNC-Chapel Hill!
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Erin Thompson, M.S., CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert AVT has been working with the Children's Cochlear Implant Center at UNC since July 2004. She earned her Bachelors from Appalachian State University and her Master’s in Speech and Hearing Sciences from UNC-Chapel Hill. She completed her clinical fellowship year with Pediatric Speech and Language Services out o…
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Jesus was crucified with robbers that seemed beyond saving, but Jesus is a Saviour and KING who lay down His life as a sacrifice for lost sinners in fulfillment of God's promises in Scripture. On Good Friday Jesus died and was buried in a tomb, and thus set the stage to confirm beyond doubt His miraculous resurrection days later.Verses in order of …
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